Hair removal

The practitioner will first disinfect the skin. The laser is then set based on the complexity of your hair growth.

A laser flash is emitted with 3 different wavelengths that is absorbed by the melanin (pigment) in the hair follicle. The cells surrounding this hair root are heated to the point where the hair root is damaged and the hair is unable to grow back. This process can only be achieved when the hair is in the active growth phase. Because not every hair is in the active growth phase at the time of treatment, multiple treatments are required. The flashes of light feel like a rubber band shooting against the skin, but the treatment is well tolerated by most people.

Alma’s safe hair removal solutions achieve optimal results for all body parts with treatments that are safe, fast and – fortunately – virtually painless.

The indications for a laser hair removal treatment at Skin Improvement & beauty

• Hypertrichosis (excessive hairiness)
• Hirsutism (male hair pattern in women)
• Skin irritation caused by shaving
• Dark hairs give the best results

At Skin Improvement Beauty Amsterdam, laser hair removal can be used for the body.

Generally, 6 to 8 treatments are needed with an interval of 6 to 8 weeks in between. This period is maintained due to the different stages of hair growth. After these treatments, the number of hairs is effectively removed by 80-90%. We do recommend an annual or sometimes bi-annual follow up treatment to maintain the desired results.

After each treatment, the hair growth will become lighter and lighter. During a consultation, the practitioner will indicate how many treatments are needed to achieve the desired results. Generally, 6 to 8 treatments are needed with an interval of 6 to 8 weeks in between. This period is maintained due to the different stages of hair growth. After these treatments, the number of hairs is effectively removed by 80-90%. We do recommend an annual or sometimes bi-annual follow up treatment to maintain the desired results.

The price of a laser treatment at Skin Improvement Beauty in Amsterdam starts at €39.

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It is important to take a few things into consideration before you start your treatment regimen. The practitioner will also discuss this during the consultation.

• The treatment cannot be done on sun-tanned skin.
• No self-tanning products (spray tan etc.) should be used in the treatment area during the treatment process.
• All hair in the area to be treated should be shaved off 1 day before, or on the morning before the treatment.
• Hair should not be epilated or waxed for 4-6 weeks prior to the start of the first treatment and throughout the treatment process, as by doing so you are removing the target.
• No body lotion, cream or deodorant (for underarm hair removal) should be used immediately before treatment.
• Sunscreen SPF30/50 should be applied regularly throughout the treatment course when the treated area is exposed to the sun (even when it is a cloudy day).
• No cold sores should be present on the day of the treatment if the treatment is done on the face.

The treatment is performed by an FDA-approved (Alma) laser and is very safe. Complications can occur when the above treatment guidelines are not adequately followed. Dark or light “temporary” pigmentation spots can result from temperature rise in the skin. In rare cases, blisters or prolonged redness may occur.

Aftercare for laser hair removal treatment

It is very important to take good care of the treated area after the laser treatment. Immediately after treatment, the skin may appear red and you may experience slight swelling. After the treatment, you may cool the skin with cold packs from the refrigerator. Make sure the cold packs do not come into direct contact with the skin. Therefore, place a gauze pad between the skin and the cold packs.

Other information for proper aftercare:

• Drink plenty of water after treatment.
• Only after 24 hours should you remove the bandage and clean the skin with cool water and antibacterial soap from Unicura.
• Allow the treated area to air dry as much as possible.
• Do not bathe too long (not at all in the first 48 hours after treatment) and you should not swim in the first days after treatment.
• After showering, you should pat the skin dry with a clean towel.
• Do not apply body lotion, perfume or makeup to the skin.
• Stay out of the sun for at least 6 weeks after treatment.
• However, you may shave the remaining hair growth in the period after treatment (epilation & waxing is not allowed).
• Once the skin is healed, you may use a moisturizer and SPF 50+.